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How Citizen Science Helps Drive Research Forward
On Russian Science Day, the Russian Association for Science Communication (AKSON) together with ITMO University, the Higher School of Economics (HSE), and Ural Federal University convened a meeting dedicated entirely to citizen science.
18.02.2021
Venture Capitalist Dmitry Kulish on Business Unicorns and Why Not Chase Them
There is no startup on the market that would not want to become a business unicorn but very few actually achieve this. What is behind their success: hidden knowledge, skills, or just luck? In a lecture, Dmitry Kulish, a PhD in biology, a professor at Skoltech’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, head of the Innovation Workshop, and venture capitalist, explained why it is harmful to compare your startup to unicorns, why seemingly brilliant ideas tend to fail, and what is behind the success of any innovative product. Here are the main takeaways of the talk.
11.02.2021
Aquaformations and Communication With Nature: Artist Talk With Robertina Sebjanic
On January 21, ITMO University’s Art & Science Center hosted a meeting with Robertina Sebjanic, an artist and a researcher. ITMO.NEWS provides the rundown.
09.02.2021
Break Down by Atoms: Obsession-Free Eco-Lifestyle and Space Explorations
Every month, the Break Down by Atoms popular science talk show by the Informational Center for Atomic Energy brings together all kinds of people who enjoy exploring the world of science. As always, several experts from entirely different fields give short talks on a common topic – the first event in 2021 was dedicated to balance.
26.01.2021
Potential Threat, Treasure Trove, or Future Home: Why Scientists Study Asteroids
Dmitri Wiebe, head of the Department of Stellar Physics and Evolution of the Institute of Astronomy of the Russian Academy of Sciences, talks about how the study of asteroids helps learn more about the past and the future of the Solar System.
08.01.2021
Seven Sins of Our Memory or Why We Forget Things
What do scientists know about the way our memory works? Which part of the brain is responsible for the process of remembering? Is it possible to remember everything or at least not forget the important things? Polina Krivykh, a psychophysiologist, popularizer of neuroscience, and author of the book Where Are My Glasses and Other Stories About Our Memory answers all these questions.
07.01.2021
Greening for Sustainable Development: Highlights from Lectures on Urban Studies
Recently, a series of lectures on urban studies was held at ITMO’s Institute of Design & Urban Studies within the framework of the elective course UN Sustainable Development Goals and Smart and Sustainable Urban Development.
30.12.2020
To Fear or Not to Fear: Psychologist Alexander Palin on the Nature of Phobias
The first step to fighting your fear is to learn more about it. In this ITMO.NEWS article, Alexander Palin, a board certified psychiatrist and therapist, explains how phobias work, where they come from, and whether it is possible to battle them.
02.12.2020
Familiar Things in a New Light: Art & Science Graduate Laura Rodriguez's Open Lecture on BioArt
In late October, the artist Laura Rodriguez gave an open lecture on BioArt at the Yasnaya Polyana coworking space. The event was held as part of ITMO.FAMILY’s alumni engagement program.
12.11.2020
TEDxStPetersburg Speakers on the Future of Education, Quantum Revolution, and Burnout Prevention
TEDxStPetersburg took place on October 30-31 and focused on the topic of living in the rapidly-changing world. Daria Kozlova, ITMO University’s First Vice Rector, was one of the event’s speakers and delivered a talk about the universities of the future.
03.11.2020